28 Cultural Studies and Area Studies BSc Degree Programs

This degree programme offers an answer to this question by exploring the history of the different regions that comprise the ‘Old Continent’—from the Mediterranean world to the Baltic, from the European ‘West’ to its ‘East’. The BSc History of Europe three-year degree programme provides a distinctive learning experience by fostering an understanding of the diverse political, social and cultural dynamics within European societies and their interconnections.

The BSc in European Studies analyses regional, national, and transnational structures and developments, introducing approaches from political science, cultural studies, history, and economics.

American Studies is an interdisciplinary approach to studying American culture and history, challenging students to think about American culture as a whole, rather than from the perspective of a single academic discipline. The combination of courses in the American Studies curriculum fosters critical thinking and writing skills, develops the ability to synthesize information, and encourages a greater understanding of self and society. The American Studies major earns a B.A. degree.

The Bachelor in Chicanx/Latinx Studies B.S. program offers students an interdisciplinary education focused on the histories, cultures, and social experiences of Chicanx and Latinx communities. The cur...

The Bachelor in Indigenous Nations and Native American Studies B.S. program provides students with an opportunity to explore the histories, cultures, political contexts, and contemporary issues facing...

The Bachelor of Science in Ethnic Studies offers students an opportunity to explore the histories, cultures, and experiences of various ethnic groups. The program emphasizes understanding social justi...

The Bachelor of Science in American Studies focuses on exploring the diverse experiences and histories that shape the American identity. Students study a mix of disciplines, including history, literat...

African American Studies examines the historical, cultural, political, economic, and social development of people of African descent. We focus on African America as part of the African Diaspora. We situate the specific forms of expression and resistance from people of African descent in North America in the context of a wider Black world, including societies in the Caribbean, South America, and Central America. African American studies is particularly strong in comparative analysis. It is an in-depth, comparative, and multidisciplinary major.

American studies is committed to understanding American histories, cultures, institutions, and arts through multiple perspectives.

The African American and African studies major informs students about the social, political, psychological, historical and intellectual experiences of Africans and their descendants throughout the world.

The Applied Indigenous Studies Bachelor of Science program offers students a chance to explore the histories, cultures, and contemporary issues faced by Indigenous communities. The curriculum combines...

The program is interdisciplinary by design, and majors can expect to take wide-ranging courses in History, Sociology, Psychology, Christian Studies, Government and Law, and Music. Graduates are prepared for a wide range of career opportunities, including graduate study, professional schools, public administration, and community organization and development.

Bachelor of Science in African Studies offers an interdisciplinary educational experience that covers the dynamic history, literature, and music of the peoples of Africa and its huge Diaspora. From Egyptian Art to modern jazz, you gain a comprehensive understanding and appreciation of Africa’s past and present. You apply overlapping fields of history, political science, language, literature, art, music, philosophy and religion and can earn credits studying abroad in Africa or the Caribbean.

The minor in Latin American Studies offers a cross-disciplinary concentration on an important region of the world for students preparing for careers in or focusing on Latin America. Through a combination of courses in different disciplines, it provides a general background in Latin American culture, history, politics, economics, literature, social structures, and foreign relations. Although study of a language (other than English) is not required, it is highly recommended.

Students in this program major in Human Dimensions of Environmental Management and focus on promoting stewardship of Indigenous lands within the context of government policies and industrial development. Emphasis is placed on understanding how Indigenous history, politics and cultural values influence natural resource management.